How to Write a Proposal.ppt

How to Write a Proposal Jian Zhang College of Science Technology Zhejiang International Studies University Overview What is a research proposal Common structure of a proposal Prepare the proposal Proposal for Natural Science Foundation of China An example What is a research proposal A research proposal is a written report that intends to convince others that you have a worthwhile research project and that you have the competence and the work-plan to complete it. What is a research proposal A research proposal should contain all the key elements involved in the research process and include sufficient information for the readers to evaluate the proposed study. What is a research proposal All research proposals must address the following questions: What you plan to accomplish Why you want to do it How you are going to do it What is a research proposal The proposal should have sufficient information to convince your readers: You have an important research idea You have a good grasp of the relevant literature and the major issues Your methodology is sound. What is a research proposal The quality of your research proposal depends on the quality of your proposed project the quality of your proposal writing A good research project may run the risk of rejection simply because the proposal is poorly written. Therefore, it pays if your writing is coherent, clear and compelling. What is a research proposal Most students and beginning researchers do not fully understand what a research proposal means, nor do they understand its importance. What is a research proposal An ill-conceived proposal dooms the project even if it somehow gets through the Thesis Supervisory Committee. A high quality proposal, on the other hand, not only promises success for the project, but also impresses your Thesis Committee about your potential as a researcher. Common structure of a proposal Choose a Title for Your Subject Construct an Abstract Write the Introduction Construct Literature Re